Two killed, four others injured in West Pokot gold mine collapse

Two people killed, several feared trapped after a gold mine collapsed in Kambi Karaya, West Pokot; rescue operation ongoing, County Commissioner Khalif Abdulahi says.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 months ago

West Pokot police investigating alleged scholarship scam

This is after several parents raised concerns that had been left in financial distress after they paid money to an organization that promised to secure them government scholarships.

By Irisheel Shanzu 6 months ago

West Pokot residents to benefit from Sh90 million water project

Residents who have been trekking for long distances in search of the commodity will now benefit from the project that is expected to produce 3,000 cubic meters of water per day.

By Irisheel Shanzu 1 year ago

Kapenguria-Lodwar highway cut off by floods

Transport in Turkana County has been paralysed after the Kapenguria-Lodwar highway was cut off by floods.

By Irisheel Shanzu 1 year ago

Farmers in West Pokot urged to adopt technology

The much-anticipated three-day show and trade fair was officially opened by West Pokot Deputy Governor Robert Komole at the Kishaunet Showground.

By Irisheel Shanzu 1 year ago

Man charged with forgery of education documents in Kapenguria

A man has been charged at Kapenguria Law Courts with forgery of educational documents, contrary to Section 357(a) of the Penal Code.

By Irisheel Shanzu 2 years ago

12-year-old girl walks overnight to flee forced marriage

Police a looking for 10 men said to have assaulted a 12-year-old girl after she refused to be married off to an elderly man.

By Irisheel Shanzu 3 years ago

West Pokot leaders warn hate-mongers

MCAs in West Pokot have asked politicians to desist from statements likely to fuel hate among communities.

By Irisheel Shanzu 3 years ago

Where cleft-lip birth defects are a ‘bad omen’

One child in every 1,300 births is reported to have cleft lip or cleft palate deformity.

By Irisheel Shanzu 3 years ago

Granny slits throat, bleeds to death

According to Muino sub location Chief Henry Cheppos, the woman took a machete and slit her throat.

By Irisheel Shanzu 4 years ago

Delink BBI from 2022 poll politics,Gideon urges leaders

Baringo Senator Gideon Moi has urged political leaders to delink Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) process from 2022 election politics.

By Irisheel Shanzu 4 years ago

Girls rescued from FGM to mark Christmas in West Pokot school

The team of engineers led by chairman Kipkemboi Kabias donated food items and sanitary towels

By Irisheel Shanzu 4 years ago

FGM, early marriages lock girls out of school

A survey indicates that a number of girls have been escaping from their homes to Uganda for fear of being cut or married off.

By Irisheel Shanzu 4 years ago

Veteran journalist passes on

The veteran journalist, aged 52, died on Friday.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Girl killed, two rescued in West Pokot gold mine collapse

Locals turn to mining as Covid-19 and locust invasion take a toll on the region's

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Alarm raised over measles outbreak in West Pokot County

The disease has affected both children under the age of five years and adults.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

MCAs fate in hands of Kanu party

Ward reps accused of supporting leadership changes at the respective counties and not remitting monthly contribution

By Irisheel Shanzu and Osinde Obare 5 years ago

Fear as Covid-19 patient flees

Apollo noted that the woman after testing positive was taken to Moroto Hospital for treatment but managed to escape

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Woman who sneaked from Eastleigh put under quarantine in West Pokot

The woman's samples have been taken from and sent to Kitale Referral Hospital for Covid-19 testing

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Leaders hail Uhuru for appointment

West Pokot County leaders and locals have lauded President Uhuru Kenyatta for appointing Maj-Gen Jimson Longiro Kenya Navy commander.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Cry for help as schools, homes submerge in West Pokot

Chesogon market in West Pokot county has been submerged by raging floods.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Reformed warriors donate 100 goats

They said they were touched by effects of the landslides that killed more than 50 people and livestock

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Reformed warriors donate goats to landslide victims in West Pokot

Tomtom urged the government to empower youths in such communities.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

West Pokot, where Kanu reigns supreme

West Pokot Governor John Lonyangapuo has described former President Daniel Moi as a visionary leader, who mentored most leaders

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

State recovers 79 illegal firearms

At least 79 guns and 1,947 rounds of ammunition have been recovered over the last six months following an amnesty by the government.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Relief food stolen from State stores

Some 13 bags of rice were later recovered.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Man kills his wife and buries her body in shallow grave

A man hacked his wife to death, buried her body at their home in Kishaunet village, West Pokot County, before fleeing.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

West Pokot displaced families plead for resettlement

The families from Chepkamos location who are now camping in schools

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Flood victims get Sh10m

More than 1,000 residents of West Pokot displaced by devastating landslides and floods have received a Sh10 million donation from the Chinese govt.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Grief as 25 victims of landslides are buried

Bodies were yesterday interred in homes after community members refused suggestions to have them buried in a mass grave.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Sh20m needed for Pokot victims

Relief is needed for victims of landslide and floods that left 43 people dead.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

Two KCSE candidates sit for exams in hospital

Two KCSE candidates are sitting for their exams at Kapenguria referral hospital after they delivered days before the exams commenced.

By Irisheel Shanzu 5 years ago

State told to give schools facelift

Moroto criticised the poor structures and lack of facilities in schools in pastoral regions, which he blamed for high illiteracy rates and poor living

By Irisheel Shanzu 6 years ago

Gruesome murder of former MCA

Traders with businesses next to Kiptire’s shop said they grew suspicious of movements of four men

By Kevin Tunoi and Irisheel Shanzu 6 years ago

Survivors of cattle raids tell of anguish

Leaders blame the Government for new wave of insecurity after disarming police reservists.

By Irisheel Shanzu 6 years ago

Contractor halts dam project over payment

It was started in 2015 and was set to benefit more than 200,000 households.

By Irisheel Shanzu 6 years ago

Man, 61, dies in house fire

Abdul Kasim who is one of the neighbours said he heard the wife of the deceased screaming for help after the fire broke out.

By Irisheel Shanzu 6 years ago

Sonko to the rescue as hunger stings

Known for his philanthropic work, Sonko took it upon himself to supply food to the residents of Pokot South.

By Irisheel Shanzu 6 years ago

Man kills wife over Christmas foot shoes

Police are looking for a man said to have killed his wife after she bought herself “Christmas” shoes without his knowledge.

By Irisheel Shanzu 6 years ago

MCAs ask State for armed guards

MCAs file motion seeking to have armed guards

By Irisheel Shanzu 7 years ago